Cross Purposes V1: A Novel (1855)

By Catherine Sinclair

Book Overview

Cross Purposes V1: A Novel is a book written by Catherine Sinclair and was first published in 1855. The novel tells the story of two families, the Murrays and the Maxwells, who are brought together by an arranged marriage between the daughter of one family and the son of the other. However, the marriage is not a happy one and the couple soon find themselves at odds with each other. The novel explores themes of love, marriage, and family relationships. It also delves into the social issues of the time, such as the role of women in society and the importance of family honor. Throughout the book, the author paints a vivid picture of life in 19th century Scotland, with its customs, traditions, and social norms. The characters are well-developed and their struggles and triumphs are relatable to readers even today. Overall, Cross Purposes V1: A Novel is a captivating tale of love, family, and societal expectations that will keep readers engaged until the very end.In Three Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436816459
• ISBN13: 9781436816458
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 332 Pages
• Weight: 0.98 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"